⭐️🎙 Newz and Trendz with Dave and Len: Black News Roundup

Hosts Dave and Leonard, with guest host DJ TimDogg, recap a packed summer of community events — including Play Streets feeding thousands — and express concern about rising violence as fall begins.
The conversation shifts to national headlines after President Trump’s controversial comments about Los Angeles and San Diego, fears of political unrest, and the cultural debate around actors and work ethic. They also debate AI’s benefits and risks, data centers, job displacement, and privacy.
The episode closes with lighter moments: a Culture Check hip-hop quiz, shout-outs to guests, and birthday wishes for Leonard.

On this episode of News and Trends, hosts Dave and Len welcome Gregory "Mr. G" Nichols, a school bus driver and childrens advocate who created Mr. G's Big Yellow Bus. Gregory discusses his new illustrated childrens book focused on school bus safety, early childhood literacy, and positive encouragement, how the project came together, and plans for future books and a potential animated series. The hosts share marketing tips for children's authors and a lively conversation follows about community, business ownership, and cultural topics.

Hosts Dave and Leonard cover a range of stories: the Jackson County grand jury’s no-true-bill in the death of Nolan Wells and responses from Ben Crump and Al Sharpton; Kirk Franklin’s family DNA revelation and ongoing estrangement; Tyler Perry’s viral Spirit Tunnel moment on The Jennifer Hudson Show; and a conversation about the impact of AI and the economy. The episode closes with community updates, show milestones, and a light-hearted HBCU trivia segment.Listeners get a mix of hard news, cultural moments, and personal reflections from the hosts, plus calls for accountability and community engagement.

Hosts Dave and Leonard open the episode with local updates and welcome guest Tammy Woods, founder of Touch of Tammy, who shares her journey creating natural rosemary-mint hair oil, candles, and shea butter, plus pricing and retail tips for entrepreneurs.The show then discusses broader topics including challenges for Black entrepreneurs, a controversial moment when Representative Jasmine Crockett honored Chris Brown at a Texas concert, and a debate over a new Black woman statue unveiled in London. The episode closes with light-hearted "Would You Rather" questions and a Culture Check trivia segment.

On this episode of Newz and Trendz with Dave and Len, Dave and Len tackle sports, employment disparities, a bizarre crime story, Black history, and a little brain-teasing fun.
They kick things off with tennis stars Naomi Osaka and Coco Gauff, who share advice for U.S. Open newcomers and offer insight into what first-time players and fans should know about the tournament.
For “Asking for a Friend,” Dave and Len dig into the challenges Black Americans face in today’s job market, including the length of time it can take Black women to find new employment. They also discuss concerns surrounding AI and hiring algorithms, and how technology intended to streamline recruiting can reproduce or amplify biases that disadvantage Black job seekers.
The conversation takes a wild turn with the story of a fake professional basketball player accused of stealing a $90,000 BMW from a valet.
Finally, Dave’s Corner puts Len—and everyone listening—to the test with some fun math questions.
Then, Len puts Dave to the test with the CultureCheck Question of the Day: In June 2020, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser had what phrase painted in giant yellow letters on 16th Street near the White House? The answer: ???
It’s another episode packed with Newz, Trendz, Black culture, laughs, conversation, and a little friendly competition with Dave and Len.

This week on Newz and Trendz with Dave an Len, Dave and Len are back breaking down the stories everybody’s talking about, with their own spin, opinions, and plenty of laughs.
A man allegedly steals lottery tickets during a job interview, wins a whopping $5, and now faces criminal charges. The guys also dive into the latest HBCU rankings and debate what really makes an HBCU one of the best.
Plus, a former gang leader is found guilty of murder in the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur, bringing a stunning development to one of hip-hop’s most infamous cases.
Then it’s debate time: What are the Top 10 Black movies of all time? Dave and Len put the classics, comedies, dramas, and cultural staples on the table.
And in Dave’s Corner, summer is almost over, so Dave looks back at an action-packed summer and asks: What were the biggest, wildest, and most memorable events of Summer 2026?
It’s news, culture, entertainment, debate, and everything in between — Newz and Trendz with Dave an Len.

Hosts Dave and Len speak with Dr. Marlene A. Saunders about Black Summit 2026, a statewide gathering to create a measurable Black agenda focused on education, health care, housing, economic opportunity, civil rights, and community well‑being, with speakers, breakout sessions, and sustained follow‑up.The episode also highlights local events like the Afro‑Foodie Festival, the launch of the Culture Check trivia app, community news, notable passings, and ongoing investigations—encouraging listeners to register, stay informed, and get involved.

Hosts Dave and Len discuss local events (Afro Foodie Festival, jazz and Caribbean festivals), a complex multi-state surrogacy legal battle over baby Gabriel, declining approval ratings for President Trump amid economic and foreign policy concerns, a Massachusetts woman's hunger strike protesting SNAP cuts, top Black cities to visit list, and a light-hearted riddle segment.
The episode blends community news, national politics, human-interest stories, and cultural recommendations in a conversational format.

Hosts Dave Coker and Leonard Young talk with Jerome Saunders about preserving the legacy of Price's Run, the Prices Run Originals nonprofit, and their upcoming Community Day featuring health vendors, voter registration, music, and food. Saunders shares memories of the park’s golden era and efforts to restore youth programs and neighborhood pride.The episode also covers personal stories like a Spelman move-in, a discussion about why kids avoid parks today, a Virginia school renaming court ruling, and a lighthearted parenting dilemma segment.

Join Dave and Leonard for an inspiring conversation with award-winning singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur An’Letreece. She reflects on her 17-year music career, overcoming a life-changing stroke, and preparing for her upcoming Whitney Houston tribute, The Greatest Love of All. Plus, the hosts break down the latest Delaware happenings, Tuskegee University’s new dress code policy, and LeBron James’ surprise move to the Philadelphia 76ers.
This episode blends uplifting personal stories, community happenings, and hot sports and culture topics for a lively local-focused discussion.